Think Outside the Box Nov 18, 2009
George Michael s FAITH is playing now. Love this song. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Michael to release Christmas song Oct 30, 2009
George Michael has sold more than 100 million records. Singer George Michael is to release a festive single for the first time since the 1984 Wham. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Boyzone star in tribute to Gately Oct 18, 2009
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Rudd and Turnbull reveal favourite tunes Oct 3, 2009
Popular with pollies. Frank Sinatra, Delta Goodrem and Bernard Fanning of Powderfinger. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Robbie's return Oct 1, 2009
In the chorus, both the arrangement and Williams's vocal come over all George Michael - in a good way. The song, which is reminiscent of Rudebox's standout track Lovelight, could well be a single. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Synth and sensibility: in thrall to the '80s sound Sep 30, 2009
"I want George Michael to be my dad" Elly Jackson dreams of performing a duet with the singer ... George Michael wrote Careless Whisper when he was 17,'' she says ... The music on her debut album has more in common with the early-'80s synthpop of Yazoo, Depeche Mode and Eurythmics, her heroes are Jackson and David Bowie, and her dream is to perform a duet with George Michael. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Squeeze file-sharers, stars say Sep 25, 2009
Artists including Allen, George Michael, Annie Lennox, Radiohead guitarist Ed O'Brien and Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason signed the statement. Warning letters. (BBC News -- Technology)
Jason Bateman On 'Arrested Development' Movie: 'Perhaps That Ship Has Sailed' Sep 18, 2009
Bateman's cautious declaration is the latest in a year's long string of cast statements about the "Arrested" film stretching back to the Sundance Film Festival in January, when Michael Cera (George Michael Bluth, the most awkward of awkward teens) cast doubt on the notion that the project would move forward. Since then the show's big players, like , , and have all chimed in with various takes on the likelihood of getting "Arrested" into the cinema. (VHI.com -- Music News)
New musical-instrument museum coming Sep 6, 2009
Celebrity gallery, featuring instruments associated with celebs, including the upright Steinway piano on which John Lennon wrote "Imagine." It now is owned by George Michael. Target Gallery, which will house traveling exhibits and special exhibits created at the museum that later might hit the road. (AZCentral -- News)
Secrets Behind Woodstock: The Truth About Joni Mitchell Aug 31, 2009
Her music s influenced legions of singers: Prince, Annie Lennox, Madonna, Bjork, Elvis Costello, George Michael, Tori Amos, Alanis Morissette, Counting Crows, Seal, Fiona Apple, and others. Reading Sheila Weller s Girls Like Us about Joni, Carole King and Carly Simon, we discovered that Joni lived for five weeks with a lover in an ancient Minoan cave in the Mediterranean. (Fox News)
The Fives: What are the odds? Bad singers banned, a toe poppin' principal and a very unfriendly Elmo Aug 25, 2009
British duo James Ryan and Andrew Cave's late-night and badly out-of-tune renditions of two tracks -- and two tracks only -- "Wonderwall" by Oasis and "Faith" by George Michael were designed to have Birmingham residents give up their hard earned cash to get them to stop playing and move on. What the performers got instead was a legal order to cease and desist as the Birmingham municipal judge from entering the Birmingham suburb of Moseley Village and barred from playing musical instruments... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Stones sting for wedding gigs Aug 25, 2009
5 million a show while British pop star George Michael bags 1. 3 million ($2. (The Age, Australia)
English city bans two bothersome singers Aug 22, 2009
Birmingham City Council said Friday that the men angered residents with late-night and out of tune renditions of two tracks "Wonderwall" by Oasis and "Faith" by George Michael. Acoustic guitar player James Ryan, a 40-year-old, and 39-year-old Andrew Cave who used garbage can lids to accompany Ryan were banned from busking by a judge at Birmingham Magistrates' Court. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
George Michael arrested Aug 17, 2009
Article By: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 15:17 Pop star George Michael was arrested and questioned after his Land Rover car collided with a lorry in Britain, reports said Saturday. The singer, 46, was held on suspicion of driving under the influence of drink and drugs but was released without charge after five hours, the BBC said. (iAfrica.com)
Infotainment Aug 17, 2009
Pop star George Michael was arrested and questioned after his Land Rover car collided with a lorry in Britain. The 46-year-old was held on suspicion of driving under the influence of drink and drugs, but was released without charge after five hours, the BBC reported. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
AP ENTERPRISE: Schools gear up for swine flu shots Aug 17, 2009
is considering drive-thru vaccinations at its three high schools, said district official George Michael. In New York City, swine flu exploded in the spring at Saint Francis Preparatory School, which sent home 102 sick kids in one day. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Madonna feels the love in Warsaw Aug 17, 2009
George Michael has been questioned by police after his car was involved in a late-night crash near London. Police said only that a man, 46, was arrested after a Land Rover hit a tractor-trailer on the A34 road early Friday. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Michael 'sober' at crash arrest Aug 16, 2009
Singer George Michael has said he was "stone cold sober" when he was arrested after a car crash. The 46-year-old singer was held by police after his silver Land Rover hit an articulated lorry in Berkshire in the early hours of Friday. (BBC News -- UK)
George Michael: I Was Sober During Crash Aug 16, 2009
LONDON -- George Michael has been questioned by police after his car was involved in a late-night crash near London. Thames Valley Police said only that a 46-year-old man was arrested after a Land Rover hit a tractor-trailer on the A34 road early Friday. (Click2Houston, TX)
George Michael's SUV in late-night crash with truck; singer says he was 'stone cold sober' Aug 16, 2009
George Michael's SUV in late-night crash with truck; singer says he was 'stone cold sober ... LONDON (AP) George Michael has been questioned by police after his car was involved in a late-night crash near London. (FOX61, CT)
Acquired taste Aug 15, 2009
George Michael quizzed over crash. UK imposes Turks and Caicos rule. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Houston wins custody of daughter Aug 15, 2009
George Michael quizzed over crash. Costume provokes devil of a row. (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
Copyright pirates face crackdown Aug 15, 2009
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Pakistan to reform tribal areas Aug 15, 2009
George Michael quizzed over crash. Bereaved families hit by tax hike. (BBC News -- South Asia)
SINGER'S MIRACLE ESCAPE... Aug 15, 2009
George Michael at car wheel ... GEORGE Michael was arrested on suspicion of drug-driving yesterday after smashing his car into the back of a lorry ... George Michael makes a trip to the shops in the early hours, 2005. (The Drudge Report)
WHAM! GEORGE MICHAEL IN YET ANOTHER CAR WRECK... Aug 15, 2009
Dazed' George Michael arrested after crashing into the back of a lorry ... George Michael was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drink or drugs yesterday - only two months after getting his licence back ... On the road again: George Michael getting into his Range Rover last month. (The Drudge Report)
1980s Halloween Costume Ideas Aug 11, 2009
The hairstyle of choice was the meticulously blow dried "pretty boy" look, ala Richard Marx and George Michael. Another hairstyle that was popular early int h decade was the "tail," or a long, thin piece of hair in back of a short haircut. (Suite101.com)
Paula Abdul: A Timeline Of The Former 'Idol' Judge's Long Career Aug 6, 2009
Actress/singer/choreographer/producer takes the next step after 20 years in the entertainment industry. " After two more albums, Abdul took a break from the music industry in 2000. She re-emerged in 2002 as one of the three judges on "Idol," alongside session veteran/producer Randy Jackson and British baddie Simon Cowell, who had anchored the show in its first incarnation in England, where it was called "Pop Idol. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Beyonce and Lady Gaga Tied With Nine '2009 MTV Video Music Awards' Nominations While Britney Spears Comes In a Close Second With Seven Nods Aug 5, 2009
Dre) Label: Island Label: Interscope/The Atlantic Group -------------------------------- ------------------------------------ Beastie Boys Bjork Title: Sabotage Title: Human Behavior Album: III Communication Album: Debut Director: Spike Jonze Director: Michel Gondry Label: Grand Royal/Capitol Records Label: Elektra Entertainment ---------------------------------- ---------------------------- Radiohead George Michael Title: Karma Police Title: Freedom Album: OK Computer Album: Listen Without... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Complete List Of MTV Video Music Award Nominees Aug 5, 2009
Show airs live on Sunday, September 13, at 9 p.m. on MTV.. " Best Direction ? Beyonc?, "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" ? Lady Gaga, "Paparazzi" ? Britney Spears, "Circus" ? Cobra Starship (featuring Leighton Meester), "Good Girls Go Bad" ? Green Day, "21 Guns" Best Editing ? Beyonc?, "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" ? Lady Gaga, "Paparazzi" ? Britney Spears, "Circus" ? Miley Cyrus, "7 Things" ? Coldplay, "Viva la Vida" Best Special Effects ? Gnarls Barkley, "Who's Gonna Save My Soul" ? Lady... (VHI.com -- Music News)
53 caught misusing handicapped placards (23) Jul 31, 2009
The following day, deputies arrested George Michael Perez, 55, of El Verano and charged him with burglary and a probation violation. Deputies are looking for the second man, who was identified as Victor Ruben Monterroso, 27, a parolee. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Offensive or funny? Jul 29, 2009
And in Star Stories, which lampoons the life stories of the rich and shameless, Bishop has impersonated the likes of George Michael, Ewan McGregor, Robbie Williams, Simon Cowell, Peter Andre and even God. I'm not going to do a sketch about Jade Goody, Michael Jackson and Maddie McCann. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Publishers deny British tabloid celebrity phone-hacking claims Jul 11, 2009
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Prosecutors review tabloid phone-hacking evidence Jul 11, 2009
Others include actors Gwyneth Paltrow and Jude Law, singer George Michael, ex-England football manager Sven-Goran Eriksson, former deputy prime minister John Prescott and London Mayor Boris Johnson. The News of the World's royal editor, Clive Goodman, was jailed in 2007 along with a private investigator after the phone messages of aides to Prince William, second in line to the throne, were illegally accessed. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Q&A: Phone hacking row Jul 10, 2009
On the Guardian's list are former deputy prime minister John Prescott, former culture secretary Tessa Jowell, celebrity cook Nigella Lawson, actress Gwyneth Paltrow, London Mayor Boris Johnson, comedian Lenny Henry, singer George Michael and the late Jade Goody. The Guardian quotes one source as saying between "2,000 and 3,000" public figures had been targeted. (BBC News -- UK)
British police probe tabloid phone-hacking claims Jul 10, 2009
Among those allegedly targeted were actors Gwyneth Paltrow and Jude Law, singer George Michael, ex-England football manager Sven-Goran Eriksson, novelist Jeffrey Archer and Prescott. Models Elle Macpherson and Lisa Snowdon, London Mayor Boris Johnson, the late reality television star Jade Goody and chef Nigella Lawson were also targeted, The Guardian said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
James Howard Kunstler on Michael Jackson as America Jul 2, 2009
(George Michael and Ricky Martin immediately come to mind. I'm going to continue not paying attention to the circus, because I already know the media script. (Harper's Magazine)
Celebrity birthdays for the week of June 21-27 Jun 18, 2009
Singer George Michael is 46. Actress Erica Gimpel (TV's "Fame,""Profiler") is 45. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
It's d©j vu as three suspects make repeat appearances (17) May 24, 2009
George Michael Perez, 54, of El Verano was charged with cultivation of marijuana, possession of lab equipment for making a controlled substance, possession of a hypodermic syringe without a prescription and a violation of probation. 9:12 a.m. - A business in the 8800 block of Sonoma Highway in Kenwood reported that sometime in the previous couple of days, an unknown someone had cut the phone line, cutting the alarm line. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
What Kind Of Post-'Idol' Career Will Kris Allen Have? May 23, 2009
Christy agreed with Benson's sentiment, raising the provocative idea that Allen could switch things up by moving in the direction of George Michael during his "Careless Whisper" days in the '80s. She also was intrigued by the idea of the 23-year-old singer embracing his Southern roots and going country. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Boy George: A real life chameleon May 12, 2009
"I think if you take George Michael as your guideline you can never say never," he said. Boy George also faces a hefty legal bill and and as his lawyer told the trial: "Not only will he lose money but also the chance to do what he loves - to entertain people who enjoy what he has to offer.". (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Paula Abdul makes 1/20th Simon Cowell's salary... May 6, 2009
"Here's the thing with me. If you think 20 years ago, I was a Laker girl and having a No.?1 single with Straight Up, and choreographing from 7:30 in the morning till 1 p.m. at The Tracey Ullman Show. Then I'd leave my assistant there and go down to Universal Studios and work on the George Michael 'Faith' tour, while two doors down Id be working on the Jackson reunion tour. Then Id go into the studio at midnight while at 5 a.m. Id pull into the Fox parking lot and sleep for a... (The Drudge Report)
An inept and disappointing display Apr 11, 2009
About the only source of cheer for Australian supporters was in the appearance of Shane Warne to promote the Indian Premier League, due to be launched in this city next week with a grand parade and a concert featuring the Three Tenors, George Michael, a band called Snow Patrol and contributions from Clint Eastwood and Morgan Freeman. The IPL has already taken control of the offices and numerous corporate suites at Newlands, and the Rajasthan Royals demanded 90 tickets for the match. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
iTunes price changes take effect Apr 11, 2009
The main iTunes page advertised collections of 69-cent songs that included London Calling by The Clash and Monkey by George Michael. Other songs from the same albums and artists remained at 99 cents. (Globe and Mail)
Changes take effect in Apple's iTunes prices Apr 8, 2009
The main iTunes page advertised collections of 69-cent songs that included "London Calling" by The Clash and "Monkey" by George Michael. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Photo poll: What music sums up '80s? Apr 4, 2009
Michael Jackson, Hall, Madonna, Prince or George Michael. By BJ. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Arts Briefs April 1st Apr 2, 2009
Michael Cera, who played the character of "George Michael Bluth" in Arrested Development, then went on to play him in every other acting job he's gotten under different character names, has released a video game under his "AwkwardTeen" label. The video game, "Life of the Awkward," puts gamers into the shoes of an awkward teenager as he gets into awkward situations such as making out with your cousin, impregnating a girl, and trying to steal alcohol at a college party. (The Suffolk Journal, MA)
Kooky visions Apr 1, 2009
The pop star in groove here is the legendary British crooner George Michael. Yes, that George Michael ... George Michaels music. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Chamber music Mar 15, 2009
George Michael meets court action ... Now get ready for more hallucinations and legal tangles in the form of a lawyer who receives messages usually in the form of a George Michael song from a higher power on who his next client should be ... Sometimes its the famous British crooner himself singing, other times its Eli Stones colleagues singing and dancing (what else but) George Michael numbers. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
A dose of Ronaldo magic Mar 15, 2009
He also likes hip hop and romantic numbers by Sade, Phil Collins, George Michael and Elton John. Ronaldo is currently the hottest property in football, riding the cusp of his young career after a magical 2008 season in which he fired United to double glory by winning the English Premier League (EPL) and European Champions League crowns while scoring an incredible 42 goals. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
People Meter: The Mint karaoke lounge Mar 11, 2009
"I Want Your Sex" by George Michael and "Faithfully" by Journey. What inspires you to karaoke. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Red, Hot + Blue stays on its mission Feb 24, 2009
A big coup: George Michael contributing the hip club song Too Funky to 1992's Red, Hot + Dance. "Musicians have a good opportunity to direct the attention of the public to important causes," says Jim James, frontman for My Morning Jacket, who contributed El Caporal to the newest release. (USA Today -- Life)
David O'Brien's Blog Feb 18, 2009
Pete: No way you just sang George Michael ... Did someone just mention Michael Bolton and George Michael right before lunch ... I wonder if DOB banished the Aussies from the MIB blog for the George Michael/Wham singing. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Valentine's Day Playlist: Top 10 Worst Love Songs Feb 14, 2009
Kanye, James Blunt who takes the grand prize for romance buzzkill (VHI.com -- Music News)
On the Brighton side Feb 7, 2009
"I'm not George Michael or Elton John, but it legitimised what I do.". It also silenced his wife, who always asks him to write a song about her. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
